1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | 145 | 211 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
